Filipe Luís places responsibility for victory on Flamengo players: "It's their fault"

Wallace Yan's intense stance became a topic of conversation again after the clash between Flamengo and Atlético-MG, last Thursday (31) , at Maracanã, for the first leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. The 20-year-old striker received a yellow card for getting involved in an argument with opponents, including Lyanco, and was again the target of external criticism.

Despite this, coach Filipe Luís adopted a firm stance in his defense, highlighting his personality as a key factor in his performance on the field. In a press conference following the 1-0 defeat, Luís commented on the number 29's behavior and made it clear that he has no intention of suppressing his style of play.

" I think Wallace is the player he is because of his character and personality. It's him, his style. He doesn't have to change; he has to continue being him," the coach stated. He added that the athlete "ignites the game" and that his style can irritate opponents, but shouldn't be seen as a negative, as long as it doesn't cross the line into violence or insults on the field.

CONFLICT BETWEEN WALLACE AND PLAYERS

Wallace's yellow card was a result of an argument with Lyanco shortly after coming on in the second half. Furthermore, the striker was the target of taunts while recovering from a collision. After the match, striker Hulk tried to talk to Wallace , but things got heated and the youngster had to be removed by teammates.

SPEECH BY FILIPE LUÍS

The relationship between Hulk and Wallace had already been the subject of a conversation caught on camera during the previous match between the teams. At the time, the coach himself had already indicated that he was familiar with the Flamengo striker's profile.

Vinícius Júnior continues his remarkable career at Real Madrid . More than just titles and decisive goals, the striker's connection with the Spanish club is also strengthened by his vision of personal and social impact. Since joining Real Madrid in 2018, after excelling at Flamengo , Vini has accumulated historic moments—among them, goals in Champions League finals and winning every major competition.

Vini Jr on dreams: "My biggest dream is to leave a legacy that goes beyond football"

Recalling milestones in his career, the number 7 highlighted three defining moments : his debut for Flamengo , his transfer to Real Madrid, and his goals in the Champions League final. "Each of them shaped who I am as a player and as a person," he stated.

BETWEEN PRESSURES AND OVERCOMINGS

Off the field, Vinícius faces intense challenges. In addition to the demands of sport, he has faced recurring episodes of racism in Europe. According to him, the support of his family and friends has been crucial to maintaining his emotional balance: " Just being with the people who know me best ... helps clear my mind and recharge my batteries," he said.

LEGACY BEYOND FOOTBALL

In a recent interview, Vinícius Júnior revealed that his greatest goal is to transform the lives of young Brazilians through education. He is the founder of an institution that works in this field and considers this work a fundamental part of his legacy: "My biggest dream is to leave a legacy that goes beyond football, especially with all the work I'm doing through my Foundation to improve the education system in Brazil ," he declared.

Raised in São Gonçalo, Rio de Janeiro, the striker said he takes seriously the responsibility of being an inspiration to those who come from similar backgrounds: " Being a role model means setting the right example . I try to stay focused, humble, and remember where I come from."

REFERENCES AND FUTURE

Vinícius draws inspiration from the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James, Ronaldo, Ronaldinho, and Neymar, but points to his parents as his greatest role models: " Everything I do is to make them proud ." At 25, the forward has played 206 games and scored 61 goals for Real Madrid. Amidst discussions about his future, he remains focused on continuing to evolve as an athlete—and, most importantly, as an agent of social change.

Flamengo will officially present its newest signing, striker Samuel Lino, this Friday (1st). Announced on July 29th, the player will be presented to the press at a press conference scheduled for 2:30 pm (Brasília time) at Ninho do Urubu. The event will be broadcast live on the club's official YouTube channel, Flamengo TV , moments before the red-black squad's training session.

Even before his formal presentation, Samuel Lino was already on the field for Mais Querido. The striker was brought on by Filipe Luís in the second half of the match against Atlético-MG , a first leg of the Copa do Brasil round of 16, played at Maracanã. Despite the 1-0 defeat, the number 16 stood out for his movement and intensity, being one of the most involved figures in the final stage.

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FILIPE LUÍS HIGHLIGHTS POTENTIAL

After the match, coach Filipe Luís commented on the new signing's performance and emphasized his importance to the team. "He's a disruptive player, capable of being decisive in the opposition's box. The pitch speaks, and whoever is better will play ," the coach stated, expressing confidence in the forward's impact in the upcoming matches.

FLAMENGO INVESTED MORE THAN R$140 MILLION

To secure Samuel Lino until December 2029, the Rio de Janeiro club signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with him. The negotiation with Atlético de Madrid (ESP) involved a fixed payment of €22 million, approximately R$143.6 million , plus the possibility of an additional €2 million in bonuses contingent on achieving established targets, which could increase the total investment.